Assessment of noise impact

Category
Operation

Who is it applicable to?

When planning a new or modifying an existing activity that may cause increased noise levels (industry, transport, construction, infrastructure development, events, etc.).
When it is required by law or municipal regulations to assess whether the activity will not exceed noise limits in residential or public buildings and their surroundings.
When it is necessary to justify the boundaries of a sanitary protection zone or obtain a permit for the activity.

When is it required?

Before starting a new activity or construction that may cause noise.

When changing existing activities (increasing capacity, changing technology, installing new equipment or transport flows).
When authorities or the public require an assessment of noise impact.
When conducting an environmental or public health impact assessment (EIA, PHIA).

Result obtained

A noise impact assessment report is prepared, which includes:

Description of planned and/or existing activities and noise sources (equipment, transport, processes).
Calculations/modeling performed according to applicable standards (e.g., HN 33:2011 “Noise limit values in residential and public buildings and their surroundings”).
Presentation of noise dispersion maps, tables, and comparison with limit values.
Indication of measures to reduce noise if limit values are exceeded.
Conclusions on compliance with legal requirements and recommendations.

The report is used for:

Obtaining permits for activities or construction.
Justifying sanitary protection zone boundaries.
EIA or SEA procedures.
Disputes or public information cases.